Licensed Practical Nurse Pediatric Inpatient/ ED full-time 1p-1a

Under direct supervision of the registered nurse the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Emergency setting will be responsible for supporting patient outcomes alongside other care team members. The LPN in the Emergency setting enhances the care team and supports with the delivery of care. The LPN is responsible in supporting with accurate and timely data collection for required information pertinent to the patient population. The LPN under the direct supervision of the Registered nurse, can support in ongoing monitoring/assessment of the patient in the Emergency setting.

Education:

Associates degree preferred, or knowledge of nursing theory and practice acquired through an accredited school of nursing

Experience:

One-year acute care experience preferred, or related field

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written) are required in order to instruct and comfort patients and their families and maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel and maintain appropriate/adequate documentation
• Ability to perform and plan professional nursing care resolving complex patient care problems and dealing with patients and their families often during stressful situations
• Ability to prioritize effectively
• Effective time management skills

Licensures, Certifications:

• Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - preferred, or obtained within 9 months of hire date
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - must obtain within 1 year of hire date

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Vital signs and pain assessment
• IV/Phlebotomy
• Obtain Finger stick glucose 
• Working Knowledge of vascular access devices and appropriate care associated with device
• Foley insertion
• Nasogastric/Oral tube insertion
• Basic Wound Care
• 12 Lead ECG
• Initiation and Monitoring of Blood Product and IV Fluids under the discretion of the RN
• Medication Administration of PO/IM/ and SQ
• Initiation of Antibiotic therapy after review of potential risk by Registered nurse
• Collection of secondary data (Medical History, Medication Reconciliation, etc.)
• Under direct supervision of RN, perform and carry out education, including discharge
• After comprehensive assessment performed by a RN, may support with focused and/or ongoing assessment and care of patient.

• Assists in gathering data to assess the physical, psychological, social, spiritual needs of patients.

• Collaborates with the registered nurse and interdisciplinary/team members in planning for the needs of patients upon admission.

• Reviews the care plans and provides input into updating and revising.

• Supports in direct patient care to assigned patients utilizing clinical nursing skills and judgement.

• Provides education and reinforcement of education for patients and family, and documents outcome in the medical record.

• Initiates appropriate emergency measures when patient's condition dictates need.

• Administers and documents medications according to policy and procedure.

• Prepares patients for tests and procedures.

• Can appropriately delegate care to non-licensed personnel and report to the Registered nurse.

• Report to the Registered nurse with a thorough concise report on patient condition changes or evaluation of interventions.

• Perform other duties as assigned

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy

• Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

• Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
• Actively pursues learning and self-development
• Pays attention to detail; follows through

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

• Sets a positive, professional example for others
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